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The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is the Most Overhyped SUV

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 continues the tradition of being an excellent SUV and one of the most popular options you can buy. However, it could be time for a refresh and to consider rivals that have been improved. Let’s see if the Toyota RAV4 really deserves all the popularity.  Is the 2021 Toyota RAV4 a …
A blue 2021 Kia K5 parked on display

You Might Want the Kia K5 Over the Toyota RAV4

Deciding between a sedan and a crossover SUV has become increasingly challenging. Small SUVs have the “do-it-all” capability, but some sedans have become more compelling too. If you’re shopping for new SUVs, you’ll likely be interested in the 2021 Toyota RAV4. But the new 2021 Kia K5 can do a few things better. How does driving the 2021 …
A Toyota Rav4 is displayed on the opening day of the Shanghai Auto Show in Shanghai

The 2019 Toyota RAV4’s Low Points Don’t Get Better With Time

The Toyota RAV4 is the best-selling SUV in the United States, and Toyota sold 448,000 of them last year in the U.S. MotorTrend tested out the 2019 Toyota RAV4 for a year to see if it would be as great as everyone seems to think. It was hopeful about the SUV, despite knowing it “wouldn’t …
A red 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime parked on the top of a parking deck.

Has Toyota Been Secretly Developing an All-Electric RAV4?

Toyota has pretty much perfected the compact crossover formula. The RAV4, for example, is the best-selling crossover in the U.S. Additionally, the Japanese carmaker has developed excellent hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants of the popular model. In a surprising announcement, Toyota claims it has a brand new fully electric crossover set to debut in 2021. …
A photo of the Toyota Tundra outdoors.

The Least Reliable Toyota Cars Don’t Have to be Dealbreakers

Most Toyota models are well-rounded performers, and their reliability ratings are just the icing on the cake. The Prius wins out as the most dependable hybrid, and the Camry is one of the highest-rated cars, period. However, not all Toyotas stand out in their respective classes for predicted reliability. According to data from Consumer Reports, Toyota came in as the …
2019 Toyota RAV4

Low Maintenance Costs Prove the 2019 Toyota RAV4 Is a Good Buy

The reliable Toyota RAV4 has been around since the mid-’90s, but its redesign in 2019 really made it shine. For that model year, the RAV4 got more standard features and an updated appearance inside and out. The hybrid version also saw a redesign and became so popular that it outsold the Toyota Prius in 2019. …
2021 RAV4 TRD Off Road

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Is Built to Handle Snow Like a Pro

When it comes to traveling in the snow, you need a vehicle that’s designed to handle the conditions. An all-wheel-drive SUV is certainly recommended, but not all of them handle snow very well. One vehicle stands out as a perfect choice: the Toyota RAV4.  U.S. News recently compiled a list of the best SUVs to …
A 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser climbs a hill next to a lake.

What Is the Most Reliable Toyota SUV?

Automotive markets are fast becoming saturated with SUVs, and for a good reason. They’re great family vehicles, usually with some pretty good cargo space to haul around just about anything. Toyota SUVs are still rolling off the production line for 2020, and they’re some of the most reliable on the market.  But which ones have …
2021 RAV4 Prime

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Is Really Great, but So Is the Competition

Finally! It’s almost 2021, and we’re getting our first opportunity to slide behind the wheel and test drive next year’s models. One of the most exciting things reviewers and consumers have noticed is the 2021 crop’s improved overall quality. The perfect example is the new batch of compact SUVs. For years, the Toyota RAV4 has …
A red 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime parked on the top of a parking deck.

The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Struggles With Emergency Steering

The introduction of the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime marked one of the biggest technological advances for the model. With plug-in hybrid technology, the RAV4 Prime is not only powerful but incredibly efficient as well. However, if you’re buying one as a daily driver, it needs to provide safe handling characteristics. A new video published by …
A photo of the Chevrolet Equinox outdoors.

The 2021 Chevy Equinox Just Outranked the Toyota RAV4

Say what?! The 2021 Chevy Equinox just outranked the 2021 Toyota RAV4? How can that be? Isn’t the Toyota RAV4 the king of compact SUVs? Well, apparently, it’s not anymore. Check out how the Chevy Equinox is outperforming the RAV4.  The 2021 Chevy Equinox vs. the Toyota RAV4 According to U.S.News, the 2021 Chevy Equinox …
An image of a Mitsuoka Buddy outdoors.

This Weird Retro Chevy-Inspired Crossover Is Already Sold Out

If you are a child of the 1970s and the Toyota RAV4 is just too boring to look at, there’s good news. That’s because Japanese brand Mitsuoka unveiled its Toyota-based Buddy in late October, which featured retro Chevy-inspired styling. The crossover is only available for sale in Japan and has a base price of around …